NDMS

A national partnership to evaluate diabetes caure in Canada

With the objective of advancing the management of diabetes in Canada,The University of Western Ontario (UWO) and the Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA) joined together to establish the National Diabetes Management Strategy (NDMS). Each committed $1 million to the Strategy and committed to raise a further $3 million to support the activities of the Chair and the various components of the Strategy. Generous donations from the private sector have complemented the commitments made by Western and the CDA and will firmly secure the key components of Strategy.

UWO is recognized as a world leader in many research areas, including diabetes. Our strength and leadership in diabetes dates back to 1921, when Sir Frederick Banting was an instructor at UWO and conceived the idea that led to the discovery of insulin. For over 50 years, the CDA has been the national leader in promoting the health of Canadians through diabetes research, education, service and advocacy. The CDA has grown to include a presence in more than 150 communities across the country.

As healthcare data collection moves to an electronic medical record format, there is a unique opportunity to track and measure the interactions between physician and patients, and to evaluate the impact of diabetes care models and interventions on patient outcomes.

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